Council of Scientific & Industrial Research – National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Project Associate-I and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 34 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the offline process.
Offline applications for the vacancies of Project Associate-I and other Posts are open. The last date to apply is 23 November 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their application well before the deadline.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Project Associate-I and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
CSIR-NAL – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I, PAT-I | 14 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Karnataka |
| Project Associate-II, PAT-II | 9 | Rs.28000-28000/- | Karnataka |
| Project Assistant-I, PA-I | 1 | Rs.18000-18000/- | Karnataka |
| Senior PAT | 2 | Rs.42000-42000/- | Karnataka |
| Project Associate-I, PAT-I | 1 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Karnataka |
| Project Associate-I, PAT-I with NET, GATE | 1 | Rs.31000-31000/- | Karnataka |
| Project Associate-II, PAT-II | 4 | Rs.28000-28000/- | Karnataka |
| Project Assistant-II, PA-II | 1 | Rs.20000-20000/- | Karnataka |
| Project Associate-II (NET, GATE) | 1 | Rs.35000-35000/- | Karnataka |
| Total Vacancies: | 34 |
CSIR-NAL Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for CSIR-NAL Project Associate-I and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by Council of Scientific & Industrial Research – National Aerospace Laboratories. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-I, PAT-I | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology |
| Project Associate-II, PAT-II | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology |
| Project Assistant-I, PA-I | SSC/10th plus ITI Fitter |
| Senior PAT | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology |
| Project Associate-I, PAT-I | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology |
| Project Associate-I, PAT-I with NET, GATE | Masters, Integrated Masters |
| Project Associate-II, PAT-II | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology |
| Project Assistant-II, PA-II | B.Sc. OR 3 Years Diploma in Engineering or Technology |
| Project Associate-II (NET, GATE) | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by Council of Scientific & Industrial Research – National Aerospace Laboratories for Project Associate-I and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-I, PAT-I | Min 35 to Max 35 years |
| Project Associate-II, PAT-II | Min 35 to Max 35 years |
| Project Assistant-I, PA-I | Min 35 to Max 35 years |
| Senior PAT | Min 40 to Max 40 years |
| Project Associate-I, PAT-I | Min 35 to Max 35 years |
| Project Associate-I, PAT-I with NET, GATE | Min 35 to Max 35 years |
| Project Associate-II, PAT-II | Min 35 to Max 35 years |
| Project Assistant-II, PA-II | Min 35 to Max 35 years |
| Project Associate-II (NET, GATE) | Min 35 to Max 35 years |
The application fee details for this recruitment will be updated in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the latest fee structure before applying.
The selection of candidates for Project Associate-I and other Posts will be carried out through Walk-in interview on 2026-11-12, 2026-11-16 and 2026-11-23; Interview performance. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of Council of Scientific & Industrial Research – National Aerospace Laboratories. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for CSIR-NAL Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Offline Application |
The application for this recruitment of Council of Scientific & Industrial Research – National Aerospace Laboratories is offline. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment offline by sending the form to Walk-in interview on 2026-11-12, 2026-11-16 and 2026-11-23 at CSIR-NAL, RAB Meeting Complex, National Aerospace Laboratories, Bengaluru. Report between 9:00 AM and 9:30 AM for registration. Bring Aadhaar Card or government-issued photo ID, filled application form, passport-size photograph, original certificates and one set of photocopies. (get form from https://nal.res.in/sites/default/files/2026-11/Advt%20No.15-2026-FINAL.pdf) before 23 November 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Application Form | Download Form |
| Official Website | nal.res.in |
